The Importance of Meaningful Activity for Those with Dementia



Dec 07th 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Minnetonka Community Center - 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Part 3 of a 3 part series for professionals

Understand the importance of the roles we participate in, within and the need for purposeful and meaningful activity at each stage of dementia. Learn how to develop activities that meet both the preferences and the abilities of residents. Comprehend the importance of our “Master Clocks” and the role structure has in syncing the “Master Clock”. A must attend for OTs, COTAs, RNs, LPNs, SWs, and other admission/discharge professionals. 1.5 CEU available.

Theresa_Klein_DSC_0084-27.jpgPresented by:Theresa Klein, OTR/L, Dementia Consultant
Theresa Klein OTR/L, brings a wealth of knowledge from her 20 years of work in the geriatrics field, specializing in dementia care. She is a clinician, consultant, educator and expert in the field. Theresa is the creator of the memory care program used at Emerald Crest by Augustana Care where OT assessments are used successfully in care delivery.

 

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Everyone has been welcoming and so caring, l am very content that Mom is surrounded by folks that take great care of her and respond to our needs quickly and professionally. Many thanks to all who support families of the ECM community.

— Sandy, daughter of resident, Minnetonka

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